Deadline: 30 May 2025
The American Council on Germany is inviting proposals for its McCloy Fellowship Program to empower young American and German professionals to explore the most pressing topics on the transatlantic relationship.
The program is concerned with issues such as national security, demographic changes, urbanization, energy and the environment, sustainability, technological innovation, public health, and global economic concerns such as inflation, trade, and supply chains.
Fellows have the freedom to design their research programs, choose where to go and identify whom to engage with, allowing for an enriching experience that fosters cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration. This fellowship is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while gaining invaluable international experience.
Funding Information
- Fellows receive a $7,000 stipend covering travel expenses (including transatlantic airfare and domestic travel) and room and board for at least 21 days. American Fellows travel to Germany, and German Fellows travel to the United States. Fellows have one year from the selection date to complete their fellowship and bring their research to life.
Role and Responsibilities
- Upon completing their international travel, fellows are required to submit an analytical report on their findings. This report must be suitable for publication by the ACG. Fellows will be asked to present their research to the broader ACG audience, either at an in-person event or as a webinar.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates for the McCloy Fellowships on Global Trends must:
- Be a U.S. citizen residing in the United States or a German citizen residing in Germany;
- Be in the relatively early stages of their careers;
- Have a minimum of five years of relevant work experience;
- Holds a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent);
- Have a sincere commitment to furthering the transatlantic relationship.
Application Requirements
- Applicants must submit a three–to five-page project proposal that outlines their research’s focus, objectives, and methodology, with a clear link to global trends and the relevance to the German-American partnership.
- Applicants must submit the following:
- A cover letter outlining your personal and professional objectives for the fellowship;
- A three- to five-page project proposal;
- A current resume;
- Two letters of recommendation.
For more information, visit American Council on Germany.
